Senior R&D Project Manager

Emerson; George Town; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson is seeking a skilled R&D professional in George Town, Malaysia, to manage product life cycle and collaborate across teams. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and at least 5 years of R&D experience. This role emphasizes teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills within a supportive culture that values innovation and employee wellbeing.

Benefits

Medical insurance options

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible time off

Paid parental leave

Vacation and holiday leave

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant full-time experience in R&D.
• Excellent English language proficiency and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Work with R&D team on project and product life cycle management.
• Manage continuous improvement and hardware revision projects.
• Lead effective project meetings.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor of Science or Engineering in Electrical, Electronics, or Computing Engineering

Tools

Agile product lifecycle management systems

Job description

Job Description

NI is now part of Emerson. NI is Emerson's Test and Measurement (T&M) Business Unit.

In this Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Work with R&D team members and product planning team on both project and product life cycle management.
• Manage continuous improvement, cost savings, hardware revision projects, and EOL products.
• EOL component strategy for product life cycle planning.
• Responsible for execution such as Agile ECO/MCO, Phase-out notice, prototype build & MVR (Manufacturing Verification Readiness).
• Lead effective project meetings.
• Develop positive teamwork and facilitate collaboration across multiple functions.
• Coordinate across global groups to align efforts & expectations.

Who You Are:

You excel at taking initiative in challenging situations and seizing opportunities. You’re skilled at streamlining tasks, creating efficient workflows, and developing clear plans that optimize resource allocation. Your adaptable communication style ensures your message resonates with different audiences, and you’re quick to adjust in dynamic environments.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Bachelor of Science or Engineering in Electrical, Electronics, or Computing Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant full-time experience in R&D with a passion for working with people.
• Excellent English language proficiency and communication skills at all organizational levels.
• Knowledge of Agile product lifecycle management systems.

Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:

• Good understanding of technologies such as PXI, PCIe, motherboard architecture, modular instruments, and controller architecture.
• Demonstrated teamwork and ability to interact across R&D and Manufacturing teams.
• Enthusiastic, positive attitude, and effective problem-solving skills.

Our Culture & Commitment to You

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and cultivating an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. We offer mentorship, training, and leadership opportunities to invest in your success, enabling you to make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams working together are key to driving growth and delivering results.

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. Our benefits include competitive plans, medical insurance options, Employee Assistance Program, employee resource groups, recognition programs, flexible time off, paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation, and holiday leave.

About Us

WHY EMERSON

Our Commitment to Our People

Motivated by collaboration, Emerson’s diverse, multicultural teams worldwide drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. Join us in our bold vision.

We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve complex problems—benefiting our customers, communities, and the planet. Through award-winning employee development programs, mentorship, and leadership opportunities, we support your growth. We are committed to corporate responsibility and making a positive impact globally.

At Emerson, our people are at the center of everything we do. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, grow, seek opportunities, push boundaries, and be empowered to make things better. Let’s go, together.

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About Emerson

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. We help customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power, renewables, chemical, and factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security, and reliability.

With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we support digital transformation, resource conservation, and safety improvements.

We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges. Whether you’re an experienced professional, undergraduate student, or recent graduate, you can make a difference with Emerson. Join our team—let’s go!

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